Relief Chef De Partie

The Relief Chef de Partie will play an important role within Jewish Cares Catering & Hospitality team, supporting the delivery of high-quality catering services across our care homes and community centres. Working on a relief basis, the postholder will provide cover for staff absence and operational requirements, helping to ensure consistent food quality, excellent customer service and safe kitchen operations. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation and production, maintaining food hygiene and health and safety standards, contributing to menu planning and presentation, and ensuring meals meet residents dietary, cultural and religious requirements. You will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, support colleagues and contribute to efficient kitchen operations, including effective stock and waste management. A relevant professional chef qualification, food hygiene qualification and proven experience in a professional kitchen are essential., We are looking for an experienced, skilled and motivated Relief Chef de Partie to join our Catering & Hospitality team at Otto Schiff in Golders Green. This is a flexible, bank role offering the opportunity to support our kitchen team on an as-and-when-required basis, helping deliver high-quality meals and an excellent dining experience for residents. You will oversee food preparation and production, contribute to menu planning and presentation, maintain food hygiene and safety standards, and ensure meals meet individual dietary needs and cultural and religious requirements. You will work closely with senior kitchen colleagues and help maintain an efficient, well-organised kitchen. A relevant chef qualification, Level 2 food hygiene qualification and professional kitchen experience are essential.

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.